WHAT IS A GOAL?

In its simplest form, a GOAL is a dream with a DEADLINE. Without a deadline, a dream remains a dream. And while it is nice to dream, it is so much nicer to realize that dream.

I was also taught that a goal must be S.M.A.R.T. :Specific - color? brand? model? location?Measureable - how much? how big? how high?Attainable - can it be done within the timeframe?Realistic - don't expect to swim across the English Channel if you can't even swim at all.Time-bounded - when? how soon?

To this I would like to add Pfor Personal - a goal must be something that I can adopt as my own. A goal must be something that will bring me personal satisfaction when achieved or personal pain when I fail.